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Sprains and Strain of the Radiocarpal Joint

Definition:
An injury to the radio carpal joint when the joint is carried through a range of motion greater than normal, but without dislocation or fracture; or an injury resulting from tensile force
Symptoms:
  • Pain in the lateral wrist
  • Swelling in the lateral wrist
  • Pain with wrist movements
  • Point tender to lateral wrist
Causes:
  • Fall on an outstretched hand
  • Direct blow
  • Repetitive movements
Treatment:
  • ROM and stretching
  • Hand intrinsic muscle strengthening
  • Upper extremity strengthening
  • Ergonomics training